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Nipawin Hospital, operated by the Saskatchewan Health Authority at 800 6th Street E, is Nipawin's primary acute care facility serving the town and its surrounding rural communities in northeastern Saskatchewan. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing triage-based care for urgent and emergent conditions, with patients prioritized by medical need rather than arrival order. As a community hospital, those requiring specialized services such as advanced cardiac care, high-risk obstetrics, or complex surgery may be stabilized and transferred to larger regional centres.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Acute care, Diagnostic imaging (X-ray), Diagnostic ultrasound, Laboratory services, Mental health and addiction services, Home care, Palliative care, Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Nutrition counseling and dietitian services, Diabetic nurse educator, Pharmacy, Nurse practitioner services, Physician and surgeon services, Public health services, Telehealth services, Social worker programs, Ambulance and medical transportation, Low-risk maternity and birthing services, Dental services, Sexual health services, Tuberculosis (TB) programs.
Amenities
Nipawin Medi-Clinic (co-located on site)
Nipawin Mental Health & Addiction services (on site)
Connected to Pineview Lodge long-term care facility via covered walkway
Wheelchair-accessible washrooms
Accessible entrances with ramps and automatic doors
Nipawin Hospital's ER operates on a triage system — the most critically ill patients are seen first regardless of arrival order, so expect wait times to vary based on how busy the department is.
For non-emergency health concerns, consider visiting the Nipawin Medi-Clinic co-located at the hospital site, which may have shorter wait times for less urgent matters.
If you are being transferred from a rural surrounding community, call ahead if possible so the ER team can prepare for your arrival.
Telehealth services are available at the hospital, which may allow you to connect with specialists in larger centres without needing to travel far from Nipawin.
The Nipawin Region Health Foundation supports local health initiatives — consider reaching out if you need information about local health resources or programs in the area.
What to Bring
Saskatchewan Health Card (CAN card / provincial health card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications including dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, referral letters, or imaging results
Emergency contact information
Personal comfort items for potential wait times (snacks, water bottle, phone charger)
Payment method for any applicable non-insured services or prescriptions
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Nipawin Hospital's emergency department accept walk-in patients?
Yes, Nipawin Hospital's ER is open 24/7 and accepts walk-in patients. You cannot make an appointment — upon arrival you will be assessed by a triage nurse who will prioritize your care based on the urgency of your condition.
Can Nipawin Hospital handle childbirth and maternity care?
Yes, Nipawin Hospital supports low-risk pregnancies and has 2 birthing rooms and 2 antenatal/postpartum beds. However, the hospital does not provide cesarean sections or epidurals. Patients with high-risk pregnancies will be referred or transferred to a larger centre.
Does Nipawin Hospital have imaging services in the emergency department?
Yes, the hospital has an X-ray department operated in partnership with Associated Radiologists of Saskatoon, as well as diagnostic ultrasound services. These are available to support emergency and acute care diagnoses.
What happens if I need specialized care that Nipawin Hospital cannot provide?
Nipawin Hospital is a community acute care facility. If you require advanced cardiac care, complex surgery, or other specialized services not available locally, the medical team will stabilize you and coordinate a transfer to a larger regional hospital in Saskatchewan.
Is parking free at Nipawin Hospital?
Yes, free parking is available on-site at 800 6th Street E. The facility also has designated accessible parking spaces close to the entrance for patients with mobility needs.
Who operates Nipawin Hospital and is it part of a larger health system?
Nipawin Hospital is operated by the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). It is one of six acute care hospitals in the former Kelsey Trail Health Region, alongside facilities in Melfort, Tisdale, Porcupine Plain, Kelvington, and Hudson Bay.